How to nail a five-minute make-up routine for shorter mornings

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Properly hydrated skin looks better and feels fresh and prepped for the day ahead, even on the busiest mornings.” BYOMA Brightening Serum – 30ml, £13, Space NK BEAUTY BAY The Jade Gua Sha, £8.40 Lancaster Golden Lift Sculpting Cream – 50ml, £85, Harrods Go light on the complexion It’s tempting to lash on layers of concealer under our eyes to mask the early morning exhaustion, but Halliday suggests less is more when achieving that polished look. “Apply it with a damp make-up sponge for a sheer, effortless look.” Using a damp make-up sponge helps dilute and disperse the product on your face so it doesn’t end up cakey or cracked, helping to create a healthy glow as opposed to a thick, matte finish. Made By Mitchell Truth Tint Skin Tint, £12.80, BEAUTY BAY Beautyblender Pro sponge, £17.50, Look Fantastic M.A.C Studio Radiance 24hr Luminous Lift Concealer, £26 Multi-tasking products We all know the key to time-saving is multi-tasking, so getting a staple product that does two tricks in one is a lifesaver when it comes to early morning starts. M.A.C Macximal Sleek Satin Lipstick – In The Clear, £25, Look Fantastic NARS Laguna Bronzing Powder, £28.80, Look Fantastic Trinny London Smoky Eye Stack Eye + Lip + Cheeks, £80